“Memory is redundant: it repeats signs so that the city can begin to exist”
— Italo Calvino
Simplified Meaning:
When we remember things over and over, it's like seeing the same signs again and again. This makes them stick in our minds and start to shape the way we see the world around us. Think of it like when you move to a new city. At first, everything is unfamiliar. But as you keep walking the same streets and seeing the same landmarks, you start to know your way around without even thinking about it. This constant repetition of sights, sounds, and experiences helps the city feel real and familiar to you. Just like in our everyday lives, when we keep experiencing and remembering things, they become part of us and help create our sense of place and home. If you want to feel more connected to a new place or situation, just keep experiencing it and remembering the details—you'll soon feel like you belong.
